内容正文:
Unit 2 Language and Culture
教材全解(B部分)
fry snail cheese;amazed portion chip;plate
。单元核心词汇
packet crisp gravy salty ;-based sauce savoury;
snack embarrassed pants underwear
。单元同步语法
被动语态(复习+现在进行时被动语态+现在完成时被动语
态)
。单元文章对话
重点句型讲练
教材同步词汇全解全练
重点
单元词汇
l.amazed/e'merzd/adi.大为惊奇的;惊讶的
词形变化:amaze(v.)使惊奇;amazing(adj.)令人惊奇的;amazement(m.)惊奇
搭配:be amazed at/,by.,对…感到惊讶;be amazed to do sth.做某事感到惊讶
辨析:amazed主语为人(感到惊讶);amazing主语为物/事(令人惊讶)
I was amazed at the huge portion of chips on the plate.
2.embarrassed /Im'barast/adj.(尤指在社交场合)窘迫的,尴尬的
词形变化:embarrass(v.)使尴尬;embarrassing(adj.)令人尴尬的;
embarrassment(.)尴尬
搭配:feel embarrassed感到尴尬;be embarrassed about/at..因…而尴尬
辨析:embarrassed描述人的感受;embarrassing描述事物或情境
He was embarrassed when he dropped the plate of gravy in front of everyone.
3.salty/'so:lti/adj.含盐的;咸的
词形变化:salt(n.)盐;saltiness(n.)咸度
搭配:salty food咸味食物;salty taste咸味
辨析:salty侧重“咸的”;savoury侧重“咸味的,可口的”(与甜相对)
The packet of crisps was too salty for my taste.
4.savoury/'serv ari/adj.咸味的;可口的(非甜味)
词形变化:savour(v.)品尝,欣赏;savoury(m.)开胃小吃(英式用法)
搭配:savoury snacks咸味小吃;savoury dishes咸味菜肴
辨析:savoury与sweet相对,多用于描述菜肴类别
In the UK,people often eat savoury snacks like crisps,not sweet ones.
5.based /beist//adi.(构成复合词)以…为重要部分(或特征)
词形变化:base(n.v.)基础;以…为基础;baseless(adj.)无根据的
搭配:be based on...基于;plant-based植物基的;protein-based蛋白质为主
的
用法:常与名词连用构成复合形容词,如meat-based,water-based
Many modern snacks are plant-based and low in fat.
6.portion/'p3:/n.(食物的)一份
词形变化:portion(.)分配(常用portion out).;proportional(adj.)成比例的
搭配:a portion of...一份…;large/small portion大/小份
辨析:portion强调定量的一份;serving侧重上菜的量
The restaurant serves generous portions of fried chips.
7 packet/'pekt/n.小包装纸袋;小硬纸板盒
词形变化:pack(v.)包装;package(n.)包裹
搭配:a packet of..一包…;packet cost包装成本
辨析:packet多指小型纸袋/盒(如薯片袋);pack可指任何包装
He opened a packet of crisps during the break
8.crisp /krsp/n.炸土豆片,炸薯片(英式)adj.脆的,清新的
词形变化:crispy(adj.)酥脆的;crispness(m.)脆性
搭配:a bag of crisps一袋薯片;crisp autumn air凉爽的秋日空气
辨析:英式英语中cisp指薯片,美式英语用chip;英式英语中chip指薯条
Crisps are a popular savoury snack in the UK.
9.gravy/'g1 rervi/n.(调味)肉汁
词形变化:无常见变形
搭配:gravy boat肉汁船形碗;pour gravy over..将肉汁浇在…上
The traditional British dish fish and chips sometimes comes with gravy.
l0.chip /tip/n.炸薯条(英式);炸薯片(美式);碎片
词形变化:chipping(n.)剥落;chip(v.)打破碎片
搭配:fish and chips炸鱼薯条;chip in插嘴;凑钱
辨析:英式英语中chip=炸薯条(较粗),美式英语中chip=薯片(薄脆),英式英语
中薯片用cisp
A portion of chips is often served with salt and vinegar.
考点通关
单元词汇
(一)单句填空(用所给词的适当形式填空)
1.I was
(amaze)at the huge portion of chips served in that restaurant.
2.The little boy felt
(embarrass)when his packet of crisps fell onto the floor.
3.This sauce tastes too
(salt);I need to add more water.
4.For a change,I ordered a
(savoury)snack instead of a sweet dessert.
5.Many new snacks are plant-
(base),which is healthier.
6.The waiter brought a
(portion)of gravy to pour over the chips.
7.I bought a
(packet)of crisps from the vending machine.
8.British people often refer to potato chips as"
"(crisp),not chips.
9.He poured the
(gravy)over the meat and chips.
10.She asked for a small
(chip)with her fish.
11.It was
(amaze)how many different sauces were available.
12.The
(embarrass)silence was broken by his sudden laughter.
13.The taste was not
(salt)enough;I added a pinch of salt.
14.Is this dish sweet or
(savoury)?I can't tell.
15.We need a sauce
(base)on tomatoes for the pasta.
(二)短文填空
Last weekend,I went to a British-style restaurant.The menu was full of interesting choices.
I ordered fish and chips.When the dish arrived,I was 1.
by the size of the
2.
The fries-or rather,the chips-were thick and hot.I opened a 3.
of salt and sprinkled some on them.But the chips were already a bit 4.
Then I
decided to add some 5.
which the waiter recommended.It gave the dish a rich,
6.
flavor.My friend ordered a bag of 7.
as a snack.She said they
were 8.
on potatoes and had a nice crunch.However,she accidentally dropped
the bag and felt 9.
。
We laughed and shared different sauces.It was a fun meal
with great 10.
1.amazed;2.embarrassed;3.salty;4.savoury;5.based;6.portion;7.packet
(一)单句填空
8.crisps;9.gravy;10.chip;11.amazing;12.embarrassing;13.salty;14.savoury;
15.based
1.amazed;2.portion;3.packet 4.salty;5.gravy;6.savoury;7.crisps;8.based;
(二)短文填空
9.embarrassed;10.chips
A
教材同步语法全解全练
重点1
被动语态基础
被动语态基础
项目
内容
定义
被动语态表示主语是动作的承受者,即“主语被…”。在英语中,当动
作的执行者不重要或无需说明时,常用被动语态。
结构
主语+be(时态变化)+及物动词的过去分词(done)+(by+执行
者)
般现在时被结构:am/is/are+done
动
例:English is spoken in many countries..
一般过去时被结构:was/were+done
动
例:The bridge was built in 1980.
含情态动词被结构:can/must/should+be+done
动
例:The work must be finished on time.
1.宾语变主语,原主语变为奶y短语(可省略)
主动变被动要
2.谓语动词改为“be+过去分词”,be的时态与原句一致
点
3.注意短语动词(如look after)的被动:take care of→be taken care of
重点2
现在进行时的被动语态
现在进行时的被动语态
项目
内容
定义
表示“此刻正在被…”的动作。
结构
主语+am/is/are+being+done
强调此时此刻正在进行的被动动作
用法
常与now,at present,.at the moment等连用
The classroom is being cleaned now.
例句
A new hospital is being built in our town.
Look!The eggs are being fried in the pan.
注意
being不可省略,且只有及物动词可用于被动。
重点3
现在完成时的被动语态
现在完成时的被动语态
项目
内容
定义
表示“己经被…”的动作,强调过去动作对现在的影响或结果。
结构
主语+have/has+been+done
动作发生在过去,但对现在有影响
用法
常与already,yet,just,ever,never,.in the past few years等连用
The report has been finished already.
例句
These trees have been planted since last spring
Has the letter been sent yet?
have/has been done中的een不可省略,且不能与具体过去时间(如
注意
yesterday)连用。
语法1-3小结对比
时态
结构
例句
般现在时被动
am/is/are done
The work is done every day.
般过去时被动
was/were done
The work was done yesterday.
现在进行时被动
am/is/are being done
The work is being done now.
The work has been done
现在完成时被动
have/has been done
already.
考点通关
被动语态综合练习
被动语态综合练习
(一)单项选择(8题)
1.The new library is being built at the moment,so we can't borrow books
A.is building
B.is being built
C.has built
D.was built
2.All the tickets had been sold by the time we arrived.
A.have sold
B.were sold
C.had been sold
D.are sold
3.Why does the road look wet?-It was watered last night.
A.has been watered B.is watered
C.was watered
D.is being watered
4.The experiment is being carried out in the lab now,please don't disturb
A.is being carried B.has carried out
C.carries out
D.was carried out
out
5.So far,over 50 volunteers have been sent to help the disabled children.
A.have been sent B.are being sent
C.were sent
D.are sent
6.The book has been translated into many languages since it came out.
A.translated
B.was translated
C.has been translated D.is being translated
7.Look!The windows are being cleaned by the workers.
A.are cleaned
B.are being cleaned C.have cleaned
D.were cleaned
8.The meeting has already begun.You are late
A.has begun
B.is begun
C.has been begun
D.began
(二)语法填空(10题)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
1.The Great Wall
as one of the wonders of the world.
2.It
over 2,000 years ago.
3.At present,many parts of it
because of weather damage.
4.A new project
right now to protect the wall.
5.So far,millions of tourists
by its beauty.
6.The wall
by thousands of people every year.
7.However,some sections
good care of yet.
8.In recent years,great efforts
to preserve it.
9.The local government says more measures
soon.
10.It is believed that the wall
by people all over the world forever.
参考答案
(一)单项选择
1.B;2.C;3.C;4.A;5.A;6.C;7.B;8.C
1.is known;2.was built;3.are being repaired;4.is being
carried out;5.have been attracted;6.is visited;7.haven 't
(二)语法填空
been taken;8.have been made;9.should be taken;10.will
be loved
A
教材同步文章句型精讲
重点句型
American Experience
1.When I first arived in the United States,I was shocked.
结构:When+从句,+主句
中文:当我第一次到达美国时,我感到震惊。
用法:表示主句动作发生的时间背景。连词有when,while,.as,before,after,.until,在
时间状语从句中,常用一般现在时表示将来的动作。
注意:从句谓语动词常用一般现在时表示将来,即”主将从现”原则。
2.I struggled with idioms and slang,which made it difficult to follow the jokes.
结构:主语+谓语+it+adj.n.+to do sth.
中文:我与习语和俚语作斗争,这使得跟上笑话变得困难。
用法:todo是真正宾语。常见动词:find,think,make,consider,feel。形容词:easy,
difficult,hard,important,possible.
3.I soon realized that American English was not a "corrupted"version.
结构:主语+谓语动词+that+从句(陈述语序)
中文:我很快意识到美式英语并不是一种"被腐蚀"的版本。
用法:that在口语中可省略。从句必须使用陈述句语序。常见谓语:think,believe,.
say,know,realize,hope.
4.
American English was not a "corrupted"version of British English,but a distinct
variety.
结构:not A but B
中文:美式英语不是英式英语的”被腐蚀”版本,而是一种独特的变体。
用法:强调对并列成分的否定与肯定。连接主语时,谓语动词遵循”就近原则”。
5.By watching American TV shows and talking to native speakers,I was able to improve.
结构:By+doing sth,
中文:通过观看美国电视节目和与母语者交谈,我能够提高。
用法:by表示方式,常用于回答"How did you do it?"。by doing短语作方式状语。
6.Looking back on my experience,I believe that learning a new language.
结构:Doing sth.,+主句
中文:回顾我的经历,我相信学习一门新语言。
用法:现在分词短语作时间状语,分词动作与主语构成主动关系,表示与主句动作同
时发生或紧接着发生。
考点通关
文章句型
1.By
(study)abroad,I had to adapt to a completely new
environment.
2.We all believe
(that)she will succeed in the end.
3.
(face)with a difficult task,he chose to ask for help.
4.The bad weather made it hard
(finish)the project on
time.
5.
(although)he was very tired,he insisted on finishing
the work.
6.He is
(not)a good player
(but)the coach of
the team.
7.You can master a new language
(immerse)yourself in
the culture.
8.She admitted
(that)she had made a mistake.
9.
(consider)the cost,we decided to take the bus instead
of a taxi.
10.The noise made
(it)difficult for me to fall asleep.
1.当我第一次学开车时,我很紧张。
2.这位教授发现自己很难在20分钟内解释清楚这个理论。
3.
我意识到(realize)学习一门外语不仅仅是掌握词汇。
4.生活中的挑战不是要避免的,而是要去拥抱的。
5.
他通过反复练习来提高他的钢琴技巧。
6.从山顶看(Looking from the top),整个城市尽收眼底。
7.尽管他年龄小(young),但他非常成熟。
8.我们发现每周开一次会很有用。
9.在关键时刻(critical moment)保持冷静不是一种天赋,而是一种技能。
10.通过倾听别人的意见,我们可以做出更好的决定。
练习一:完成句子
1.By studying;2.that;3.Faced;4.to finish;5.Although;6.not,
but;7.by immersing;8.that;9.Considering;10.it
1.When I first learned to drive,I was very nervous.;2.The
professor found it difficult to explain the theory in 20 minutes.;
3.I realized that learning a foreign language is not just about
mastering vocabulary.;4.Challenges in life are not to be
练习二:翻译句子
avoided,but to be embraced.;5.He improved his piano skills by
practicing repeatedly.6.Looking from the top of the mountain,
you can see the whole city.;7.Although he is young,he is very
mature.8.We find it useful to hold a meeting once a week.;
9.Staying calm in a critical moment is not a gift,but a skill.;
10.By listening to others'opinions,we can make better decisions.
教材同步单元练习
一、阅读理解
Passage 1
The relationship between language and thought has been a subject of intense debate for centuries.A
popular hypothesis,known as linguistic relativity or the Sapir-Whorf hypothesis,posits that the
structure of a language influences its speakers'worldview or cognition.A strong version of this
hypothesis,linguistic determinism,argues that language determines thought,meaning that what we are
able to think is limited by the language we speak.This view,however,has been largely discredited by
modemn cognitive science,as it fails to account for the human capacity for abstract and novel thinking
that transcends linguistic boundaries.
The more widely accepted version is linguistic relativity,which suggests that language influences the
way we perceive and categorize the world,but does not rigidly confine our thinking about it.A classic
example is the difference in color perception.In English,we have distinct words for "blue"and
"green."However,some languages,such as the Himba language of Namibia,do not have this
lexical boundary;they use one word for a range of colors that English speakers would differentiate.
Studies have shown that Himba speakers are faster at distinguishing between shades of green than
English speakers,but slower at separating greens from blues.This suggests that their language has
trained their perceptual system to be more attentive to certain contrasts,while English speakers'
language has done the same for others.
The influence of language extends beyond perception to conceptual domains like spatial orientation.
The Kuuk Thaayorre people,an aboriginal group from australia,do not use relative spatial terms like
"left"or "right."Instead,they use absolute cardinal directions (east,west,north,south)for all
spatial relations.Even when describing the location of an object on a table,they might say "the cup is
to the north of the plate."This forces them to be constantly aware of their orientation in space.Studies
have found that Kuuk Thaayorre speakers have an exceptional sense of geographic direction,far
outperforming English speakers in this ability.Their language,in a sense,provides a constant cognitive
t raining女.
More recent research has moved beyond the question of whether language determines thought to
explore how language shapes cognition during online processing.For example,when speakers of
grammatical gender languages (like Spanish or French,where every noun is either masculine or
feminine)see an apple (feminine in Spanish),they might subconsciously attribute feminine-like
qualities to it,while speakers of a language where apple is neuter (like English)do not.Experiments
using reaction time measures have confirmed this subtle influence,showing that language can prime
specific associations.While the debate is far from settled,the current consensus among linguists and
cognitive scientists is that language is a powerful tool for shaping attention,memory,and
categorization,but it is not a prison that traps our thoughts.Instead,it provides a set of cognitive habits
that can be mastered and even broken.
()1.What is the main idea of the passage?
A.Linguistic determinism is the most accurate description of the language-thought relationship
B.Language has a strong and unyielding power to determine how humans think.
C.Language significantly influences thought patters,but does not rigidly determine them.
D.The Kuuk Thaayorre people's spatial system proves language limits thought.
()2.The word "discredited"in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to:
A.Proved.
B.Troubled.
C.Ignored.
D.Rejected.
()3.Which of the following best exemplifies the concept of "linguistic relativity"mentioned in the
passage?
A.Speakers of a language without a word for "blue"cannot see the color blue.
B.The Kuuk Thaayorre people cannot understand relative spatial terms like "left".
C.English speakers'color perception is rigidly controlled by the words "blue"and "green".
D.Himba speakers are faster at distinguishing between certain shades of green than English
speakers.
()4.What can be inferred about the Kuuk Thaayorre people from the text?
A.They rarely use absolute cardinal directions.
B.Their language requires them to be constantly aware of their position.
C.They have a poor sense of direction compared to English speakers.
D.Their spatial language is similar to that of most European languages.
()5.What is the author's attitude towards the relationship between language and thought?
A.Strongly supportive of linguistic determinism
B.Dismissive of any link between language and cognition.
C.Cautiously supportive of a moderate influence of language on thought.
D.Confident that language is the only factor shaping human cognition.
Passage 2
In the age of globalization,English has cemented its role as the world's lingua franca,used for
international business,diplomacy,and science.However,this dominance has sparked a significant and
complex debate about its impact on local cultures and languages.While the advantages of a shared
global language are clear-enhanced communication,easier trade,and scientific collaboration-the
potential for cultural homogenization and language death raises serious concemns.The core of the
debate lies in whether English is a neutral tool for global exchange or a vehicle for what some critics
call "linguistic imperialism."
Proponents of English as a global language often argue from a pragmatic standpoint.They point to the
economic benefits for countries that adopt English as a second or official language.For individuals,
proficiency in English often translates into better job opportunities,access to higher education,and
participation in the global digital community.It is seen as a key to unlock doors in the modem world.
Furthermore,they contend that English has evolved beyond its association with the UK or the USA to
become a "globalized"language belonging to all its speakers,who entich it with their own local
flavors,giving rise to countless "World Englishes."
On the other hand,critics of English dominance raise powerful counterarguments.They see the global
spread of English as a continuation of colonial power structures.The imposition of English in many
countries,often at the expense of local languages,can lead to the devaluation of indigenous cultures,
traditions,and knowledge systems.For example,the dominance of English in academic publishing
forces scientists whose first language is not English to work harder to have their research recognized,
potentially stifling diverse perspectives.This imbalance can create a hierarchy of languages,where a
native English accent is unfairly privileged over others.
The phenomenon of language death is another alarming aspect of this debate.When a community shifts
entirely to English,its ancestral language often dies,taking with it an entire worldview,a unique body
of literature,and centuries of oral tradition.Many linguists argue that diversity is not just a cultural
good but an intellectual one.Different languages represent different ways of solving cognitive problems
and understanding the universe.Losing a language is not just losing a tool for communication;it is like
burning a library of unique knowledge.The extinction of a language is a tragedy for all of humanity.
Ultimately,the debate is not about whether English is "good"or "bad,"but about the power
dynamics involved in its global presence.The challenge for the 21st century is not to stop the spread of
English,which is likely impossible and possibly undesirable,but to manage its global role in a way that
is equitable.This involves promoting multilingualism and protecting linguistic diversity.It requires a
conscious effort to de-couple English from its historical colonial baggage and to foster a world where
speaking English is a choice that enriches one's life,not one that replaces or devalues one's own
linguistic and cultural heritage.
()1.What is the central issue of the debate discussed in the passage?
A.Whether English grammar is suitable for global communication.
B.The economic cost of teaching English as a second language.
C.The impact of English's global dominance on other languages and cultures.
D.The difficulty of learning English for non-native speakers.
()2.The phrase "linguistic imperialism"in paragraph 1 implies that the spread of English:
A.Is a neutral and beneficial process for all.
B.Promotes equality and diversity among languages.
C.Is a form of cultural domination by English-speaking nations.
D.Is the result of a natural evolutionary process of languages.
()3.According to the passage,which characteristic of the Kuuk Thaayorre people,if applied to the
English language debate,would support the critics'argument?
A.Their unique spatial system shows how language shapes thought,which is lost when a language
dies.
B.Their use of absolute directions is a superior form of communication.
C.They have successfully adopted English while maintaining their own culture.
D.Their language proves that linguistic diversity creates cognitive disadvantages.
()4.What solution does the author propose for the "English dominance"issue?
A.To completely stop the spread of English globally
B.To retumn English to its native speakers exclusively.
C.To make all countries adopt English as their first language.
D.To encourage multilingualism and protect linguistic diversity.
二、完形填空
I had always been a confident student of French.I had studied it for years,won awards,and was
praised by my teachers.So,when I went on a student exchange program to Paris,I was I that I would
have no trouble communicating.I was 2.The first day I tried to buy a train ticket,my carefully
prepared French sentences came out as a jumbled mess.The ticket seller looked at me with a mixture
of impatience and 3.I felt a deep sense of 4 and fiustration.My years of classroom study,focused on
grammar and translation,had not prepared me for the 5 speed and informal rhythms of real-life Parisian
speech.
The 6 between formal,"textbook"French and what I heard on the streets was vast.After a week of
awkward encounters,I decided to change my approach.Instead of 7 on perfect grammar,I focused on
listening and mimicking.I spent hours in cafes,just listening to conversations,trying to 8 the flow of
the language.I would repeat phrases under my breath,like a musician leamning a new piece.I leamned
slang,like "meuf"for girl,and "truc"for thing.These were words that never appeared in my
schoolbooks.I also learned the importance of non-verbal communication.A simple shrug,a particular
tone,could completely change the meaning of a sentence.
My breakthrough came when I got lost in a suburban area.Frantically,I looked for someone to help
me.An old man approached me,seeing my panic.In that moment,I stopped trying to translate in my
head.I just let the words 9.I pointed to a map and said,"Je suis perdu.Aidez-moi,s'il vous plait?"
My accent was still terible,but the feeling was right.He smiled,patted my arm,and gave me clear
directions.For the first time,I was not just reciting information;I was 10.This was not a performance;
it was a connection.
Living in Paris was a crash course in communicative competence.It taught me that language is not a
perfect system of rules to be mastered,but a living,breathing,and often 11 tool for human interaction.
Real fluency,I learned,is not about knowing every word,but about being able to make a 12.It's
about the confidence to be wrong,the willingness to look foolish,and the openness to connect with
another human being on the other side of a 13 gap.
Upon my return,I told my old French teacher what I had learned."I think,"I said,"you spent too
much time teaching us the 14 of the house,but not enough time teaching us to live in it."She laughed
and agreed.Now,when I study a language,I don't just look for the correct answer;I look for the
human being 15 the words.That is the real lesson from my Parisian adventure.
1.A.worried
B.confident
C.confused
D.humble
2.A.correct
B.lucky
C.wrong
D.ready
3.A.amusement
B.sympathy
C.surprise
D.confusion
4.A.pride
B.achievement
C.relief
D.embarrassment
5.A.slow
B.relaxed
C.rapid
D.deliberate
6.A.similarity
B.connection
C.gap
D.harmony
7.A.insisting
B.relying
C.basing
D.concentrating
8.A.ignore
B.resist
C.record
D.absorb
9.A.flow
B.disappear
C.struggle
D.pause
10.A.performing
B.translating
C.communicating
D.teaching
11.A.perfect
B.messy
C.logical
D.quiet
12.A.difference
B.plan
C.fortune
D.conversation
13.A.cultural
B.physical
C.geographic
D.linguistic
14.A.history
B.structure
C.decoration
D.purpose
15.A.behind
B.beyond
C.inside
D.against
三、阅读短文回答问题
Read the following passage and answer the questions in complete sentences.
The digital age has revolutionized the way we acquire and use language.While traditional classroom
learning focused on explicit grammar instruction and vocabulary drills,modern technology offers a
plethora of tools for immersive,incidental language learning.Apps like Duolingo and Babbel use
gamification to make vocabulary retention more engaging,while platforms like YouTube and podcasts
provide leamners with authentic,real-world audio input.The most significant shift,however,has been
the rise of social media and online communities,which create a low-stakes environment for written and
spoken language practice.A leamer can now post a question on a forum or chat with a native speaker
in seconds,bypassing the anxiety often associated with in-person conversation.
Despite these advantages,the digital environment is not without its pitfalls.One major concern is the
quality and accuracy of input.While leamners are exposed to authentic language online,they are also
exposed to a great deal of non-standard grammar,slang,and even errors that are common in informal
online writing.For a beginner,distinguishing between a useful colloquialism and a simple grammatical
mistake can be challenging.Furthermore,the brevity and speed of digital communication can
discourage deep processing of the language.A quick scroll through a social media feed or the use of
predictive text often promotes skimming rather than careful reading and analysis,which are essential for
deep vocabulary acquisition and grammatical understanding.
Another key difference between digital and traditional leaming lies in the nature of feedback.A good
teacher can provide immediate,targeted,and personalized feedback on a learner's pronunciation,
grammar,and overall expression.An app,while able to correct a multiple-choice answer,lacks the
nuanced understanding to explain why a particular structure is wrong in a specific context.This is akin
to the difference between a personal trainer who adjusts your form and a video that only shows you the
conrect movement,the former provides the real-time correction essential for mastery.Therefore,the
most effective language learning strategy in the 21st century is likely a hybrid approach,combining the
unprecedented access and flexibility of digital tools with the reliable guidance and human interaction
provided by a skilled instructor.
1.According to the passage,what is the most significant advantage of digital language learning
compared to traditional learning?
2.What is one major disadvantage of learning a language through social media and online
communities?
3.Why does the author consider the feedback from a good teacher to be superior to that from a
language app?
4.What does the author mean by a "hybrid approach"to language learning in the 21st century?
5.Based on the passage,what is the main challenge for a beginner when learning from online input?
四、短文填空
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
While traveling in Mexico,I had a fascinating experience that highlighted the link between language
and culture.I was invited to a local family's home for a meal.The table was filled with dishes,and I
was 1.
by the variety of colors and smells.The family insisted I take the largest portion.
When I tried to politely refuse,2.
my textbook Spanish,they looked 3.
confused
and insisted even more strongly.Later,a fiiend explained that in Mexican culture,accepting food is a
sign of trust and 4..My polite refusal,which was perfectly correct in a formal context,was 5.
as rudeness or a lack of trust.I felt quite 6.by my cultural misstep
This conversation sparked a deeper 7.
I understood that learning a language is not just about
mastering its stucture,but also about understanding the values and customs that are 8.
on that
language.This experience is a classic example of how language is more than just a system of
communication;it is a key to unlocking the cultural code of a community.It serves as a powerful
reminder that true fluency is not just 9.
accuracy,but the ability to navigate the social
landscape 10.
confidence and respect.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
五、写作
假设你是李华,你的英国笔友To来信说他正在学习中文,但他发现了解中国文化习俗(如餐
桌礼仪、节日传统)对他来说非常困难。请你给他回信,内容包括:
1.表示理解他的困难。
2.提出至少两条学习中文文化和习俗的建议(例如通过电影、书籍、与母语者交流等)。
3.表达鼓励和期望。
注意:
1.词数:100-120词左右。
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
3.开头和结尾已为你写好,不计入总词数。
Dear Tom,
I'm so glad to hear that you are leaming Chinese and that you're so engaged with our culture.It's
completely normal to find cultural customs challenging at first.
Yours,
Li Hua
参考答案
Passage 1:1.C2.D 3.D 4.B 5.C
一、阅读理解
Passage 2:6.C7.C8.A9.D
二、完形填空1.B2.C3.D4.D5.C6.C7.D8.D9.A10.C11.B12.A13.D14.B15.A
1.The most significant advantage is its ability to provide a low-stakes environment for
practice through social media and online communities.
2.One major disadvantage is the exposure to a great deal of non-standard grammar,
slang,and errors,which can be difficult for a beginner to distinguish from correct usage
3.A teacher can provide immediate,targeted,and personalized feedback,which
三、阅读短文
explains why a structure is wrong.An app can only correct simple multiple-choice
回答问题
answers.
4.A hybrid approach means combining the access and flexibility of digital tools with the
reliable guidance and human interaction of a skilled instructor.
5.The main challenge is distinguishing between useful colloquialisms and simple
grammatical mistakes.
1.amazed 2.using 3.slightly 4.appreciation 5.interpreted 6.embarrassed 7.
四、短文填空
realization 8.based 9.grammatical 10.with
五、写作
范文:
Dear Tom,
I'm so glad to hear that you are leaming Chinese and that you're so engaged with our culture.It's